Parties at Drake's Pizza Palace
Parties and celebrations are always better when you bring them to Drake's Pizza Palace! Our Party Specialists are more than happy to work with you to make your party a special event for you and your guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many adults must be present at the party, and do they count as guests?
A: Drake's Pizza Palace requires at least one adult per three party guests. Adults are not charged to participate in the fun.
Q: Can I order food for my adult guests from the regular menu?
A: Yes. Food may be ordered from the regular menu and added to the party balance, or purchased on a separate guest check.
Q: Can I start my party before my reserved time?
A: You and your guests are always welcome to come in before your reserved time to get ready for the party; however, your party will still begin at the reserved time.
Q: How long is my party reservation, and can it be extended?
A: Reservations are for 90 minutes unless extended by management. If you need some more time, we'll help you move the party to regular tables in the dining area.
Q: When should I send out invitations?
A: We recommend sending out invitations 1-2 weeks in advance, so you know how much your party will cost, and so we can be ready for all your guests that are attending.
Q: What is the best way to invite friends to the party?
A: We have invitation PDFs you can print and mail, or you can use Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, or other social networks to send invitations.
Q: Will a deposit apply to my party, and if so, how much will it be?
A: A deposit applies to all parties booked at Drake's Pizza Palace. Currently, the amount of your deposit is our minimum guest count (three guests plus the birthday guest).
Q: What normally happens to my reservation deposit? Do I lose it, does it get refunded, or does it apply to my party?
A: Your deposit will be applied to the balance due for the party if all your guests arrive and the party begins on-time.
Q: When can I cancel or reschedule my party? Will I lose my deposit if I reschedule or cancel?
A: You can cancel or reschedule a party up to three days before the reserved date and your deposit will still apply to the balance due for the party.
Q: How do I reschedule a party reservation?
A: Rescheduling your party is easy - simply call your local Drake's Pizza Palace and speak with the Party Specialist.
Q: Do you provide party decorations?
A: Yes. We provide a standard set of party decorations featuring Drake Dragonwick.
Q: Can I bring in my own decorations? What decorations are not allowed?
A: Decorations of your own are welcome; however, for safety reasons we cannot allow piñatas, pin the tail on the donkey with sharp pins, or party poppers.
Q: What do I need to do if a guest has allergies or food considerations?
A: Please notify us at least three days before the reserved date if any of your guests have allergies or special food considerations.
Q: What happens If more guests arrive for my party than are booked?
A: If more guests arrive, we will do our best to serve them; however, an additional charge may apply for overage beyond 10%, alongside standard per-person charges.
Q: Why are weekday parties less expensive than weekend parties?
A: Weekends are the busiest times at Drake's Pizza Palace, and extra staff members may be needed to host parties; therefore, we charge extra for weekend parties to offset costs.
